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Oxford University to Launch COVID-19 Vaccine trial for Children
The program comes as early data shows the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine is less effective against the South African variant of COVID-19.
Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine Approved For Use in U.K.
The U.K. has ordered 100 million doses of the vaccine, enough to vaccinate 50 million people.
Astrazeneca COVID Vaccine Set for New Trials After Scientists Raise Doubts
There are hopes it could be key to curbing the pandemic in many low- and middle-income countries due to its low cost.
Oxford COVID Vaccine Prompts Immune Response in Older People: Study
Experts hailed the findings of the preliminary study as older people are more vulnerable to complications from COVID, and usually less likely to respond to vaccines.
No Need to Be 'Discouraged' About Pause in COVID-19 Vaccine Trial, WHO Says
The pause serves as a "wake-up call" for those eagerly awaiting a vaccine, the chief scientist at the World Health Organization said.
Denzel Washington Mourns Chadwick Boseman's Death
While a student at Howard University, Boseman took part in a theater program at London's Oxford University—only to find out that Denzel Washington paid for the experience upon his return.
Chinese Vaccine Price COVID Dose 36 Times Higher than Oxford University
Pharmaceutical giant Sinophram has priced their vaccine candidate at $145, the most expensive vaccine quote yet.
Exc: Company Cecil Rhodes Founded Has Lots to Answer For, Campaigners Say
Cecil Rhodes founded the De Beers diamond company, which at one point had monopoly over the diamond trade.
Hundreds of Protesters Demand University of Oxford Removes Statue
The protesters can be heard chanting "decolonize" and for the statue of Cecil Rhodes to be taken down.
People Fall for New Partners Who Are Just like Their Exes, Study Suggests
Scientists asked subjects to ask their ex and current partners about their personalities.
Pig Brain Cells Brought Back From the Dead
The research could pave the way for treatments for brain damage, scientists believe.
Ancient Bone Fragment Could Belong to Saint Nicholas
Popular stories about Saint Nicholas served as an inspiration for the legend of Father Christmas in the 16th century.
Are We Living in a Computer Simulation?
Oxford University researchers dispel theory that we are living in a computer simulation.
U.S. Professor and Oxford Staffer Wanted for Murder
They were last seen driving a rented gray 2017 Hyundai sedan.
Activists Slam Oxford for 'Small' Diversity Concessions
The history faculty said it was "pleased to be modernizing and diversifying our curriculum in this way" but activists said the changes did not go far enough.
Oxford Student Who Stabbed Lover 'Could Be Spared Jail'
"To prevent this extraordinary able young lady from not following her long-held desire would be too severe," said Judge Ian Pringle.
Oxford University to Display More Portraits of Women
The university aims to "redress the balance" that favored "dead white males" in the past.
How C.S. Lewis Helped Encourage Tolkien's Novels
Friendly rivals and close confidants, J. R. R. Tolkien and C. S. Lewis had a lasting impact on each other's work and lives.
Malala Yousafzai In Conversation With Newsweek
One of world's most famous teenagers talks about her plans for the future.
Why Rich People Donate to Universities
U.K. universities receive almost as much as all the other charitable causes combined.
Oxford Becomes First U.K. Uni To Top Global League
Academics say the U.K.'s vote to leave the EU is still a big threat to the sector.
U.K. Scientists 'Dropped From EU Projects' Post-Brexit
Britain's share of funding into research projects is no longer guaranteed.
Watch: Virtual Reality Helps Cure Paranoia
Study shows how virtual reality headsets can help people suffering from the disorder.
NUS Presidential Election Threatens Student Splits
Malia Bouattia's critics say that she holds anti-Semitic views.
Brain Stimulation With Electricity Helps Stroke Victims
Oxford scientists find electric current boosts stroke recovery.
Rhodes Statue Will Not Fall, Says Oxford University
In April last year, the University of Cape Town pulled down its statue of the British imperialist.
Facebook Friends Are Fake Friends, Study Finds
On average, only five Facebook contacts are real-life friends, according to a report.
Watch: Kanye West Drop Deep Truths at Oxford Lecture
'The College Dropout' addresses the faculty at Oxford University.